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Noun(1) a drug that decreases pulmonary congestion

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(1) If the reason for nasal decongestant addiction was anatomically based - say, a deviated septum - then surgery may be necessary.(2) This is present in many cold and decongestant preparations.(3) Baxter is expected to contend that his positive test was an innocent mistake resulting from the use of a nasal decongestant inhaler which contained levmetamfetamine, a chemical related to methamphetamine.(4) Over the counter antihistamines or antihistamine decongestant mixtures in long acting form work well for many people.(5) Don't use a decongestant nasal spray for more than two or three days at a time because, after longer use, you may develop severe congestion as soon as you stop.(6) Antihistamine and decongestant combinations are used to treat the nasal congestion (stuffy nose), sneezing, and runny nose caused by colds and hay fever.(7) Non-medicated saline sprays or pure drinking water are more effective than decongestant sprays, which can damage the nasal lining if used regularly.(8) Using a cool mist vaporizer or giving your child an over-the-counter decongestant medicine may help.(9) Most patients I see with this problem are taking some sort of western medication i.e. antihistamine, nasal decongestant spray or cortisone based inhalers.(10) To clear a muggy head, put a couple of drops of thyme, rosemary or pine essential oil on a handkerchief and inhale frequently - all have antiviral and decongestant properties.(11) In accordance with common practice in the Netherlands, the children also received decongestant nasal drops and could be given acetaminophen to relieve pain and fever.(12) If you can't avoid flying, ask your doctor for a decongestant nasal spray.(13) If you see a doctor within four to six hours, treatment will usually be with decongestant medications such as pseudoephedrine or terbutaline.(14) For people with significant nasal congestion, a decongestant therapy may be prescribed.(15) If you use a decongestant nasal spray (like Afrin, Neo-Synephrine, or Dristan) for more than three days, watch out for rebound congestion, which makes you even more congested.(16) Antihistamine, antiallergic and steroid nasal sprays work well, as do decongestant sprays.